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News Nuggets: 8-22-25
It’s a slow news week, so we found another way to entertain you!
The Kingsmen – “Ridin’ High” (1994)
“Ridin’ High” was one of the most popular recordings during this era of the Kingsmen, and boasting a #1, the Kingsmen were definitely “Ridin’ High”!
#NewsNuggets: 1-17-25
A new book has released and MORE in #NewsNuggets!
The Kingsmen – “New Life” (1993)
1993 saw the Kingsmen enjoying a “New Life” as they ushered in a new era. Check it out…
#NewsNuggets: 1-10-25
A new book and more in this week’s #NewsNuggets!
REVIEWS
The Hemphills – “Make Mine Gospel” (1972)
As we come to the year of my birth (1972), the Hemphills released this great album which featured several wonderful songs including “I’ll Soon Be Gone”, “Preacher’s Boy” and “I Want to See Jesus”. Check it out…
The Hemphills – “Old Brush Arbor Days” (1970)
This next album in the Hemphills discography was a very cool, rustic sounding album, which really matched the vibe of the cover. Check out what James has to say about this gem of an album!
Joel & LaBreeska Hemphill / Hemphills – “The Country Gospel Style” (1967), “In Gospel Country” (1968) & “Take Us Home With You” (1969)
In keeping with family groups, the Hemphills were one of the greatest groups to grace the SG stage. Join us as we journey through their discography over the ensuing weeks, starting with this trio of their earliest works…
The Nelons – “Peace Within the Walls” (1998)
This is our final entry for our discography review of the Nelons. Check out what James has to say about Rex’s final recording with the group, “Peace Within the Walls”.
The Kingsmen – “The Judgement” (1989)
With some personnel changes happening in the Kingsmen, “The Judgement” was a bit of a transitional recording for the Kingsmen, yielding one of their most unique and most remembered songs in their entire repertoire! Check out my review, and let me know your thoughts!
The Kingsmen – “Anchors Aweigh” (1988)
After 3 live albums in a row, the Kingsmen were back into the studio recording a new stellar studio album, “Anchors Aweigh”. Though recorded in the studio, it still embodied that classic, exciting Kingsmen sound. Check it out…
HISTORY
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NQC 2017: Monday Evening & NQC History, Pt. 1
NQC – A highlight from Monday and some history.
Singing News – October 1970
NQC in Singing News, 47 years ago…
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY
Opinion: Legacy Five Has An Opportunity To Reformat
Will L5 simply plug two holes, or will they rethink their entire vocal approach?
Southern Gospel Historical Library
I've covered in the past how southern gospel music has a vast library of music and film/video footage from decades of artists. I've also mentioned how much of this library is not controlled by large record labels or production companies, but in the hands of private...
CD’s vs Streaming (Part Two): The Artist or The Song?
TRIVIA: What was the first southern gospel album to be released on CD? Answer is below.... Last week, I wrote (rather extensively) about what I saw as a short-term gain, long-term loss in the argument over physical music sales vs streaming. If you missed that article,...
SONY’S DEVOTIONS
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Hold On to the Prince of Peace
Hold me, Jesus,For I'm shaking like a leafYou have been King of my gloryWon't you be my Prince of peace ~Rich Mullins I expect that many have prayed this prayer this year. The saying that "the only sure thing is death and taxes" has been felt more vividly although...
Still Trusting
As I ate dinner this afternoon, I watched the first set of the Jubilee Reunion that Bill Bailey Concerts aired the other day. Although I have heard Jim & Melissa Brady sing "I Know Him Better Now" a number of times, I hadn't closely listened to the lyrics but,...
It’s Time to Take a Stand
“Adulterers and adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Whoever therefore wants to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God.” ~James 4:4 I bet we all know people who are trying to have the world and Jesus too....